Quebec construction holidays are coming! Soon, a large part of the workers in this sector will indeed benefit from 2 weeks of paid leave. A well-deserved break during which they will have the opportunity to spend time with family, to relax or to travel and discover new cultures.
ExpoCam took place at Espace Saint-Hyacinthe, in Quebec, from May 25 to 27, 2023. At Canado-Nacan Equipment, we participated in this event which welcomes more than 250 exhibitors and major players in the trucking.
A large proportion of work accidents listed occur in areas where goods are received or dispatched, including loading docks. However, the consequences of these incidents can be very costly for companies, in particular because of compensation for victims, repair of any damaged equipment, damaged products, delay in execution and production stoppage. Fortunately, it is quite possible to avoid more than half of accidents by taking the appropriate measures. Find below modern equipment intended to optimize safety within a loading dock.
An empty or vacant loading bay exposes personnel and handling equipment such as forklifts to the risk of dangerous falls at a height of more than 1 meter. Companies are therefore required to install adequate guarding at these levels under OSHA 1910.23, "Guarding Openings and Holes in Walls." In addition, the ANSI, or American National Standards Institute, has established requirements relating to the safety of risk areas such as platforms, stairs, ramps or even runways in directive A1264.1-2007.
PitMaster™ is a dock leveler pit sealing system renowned in the market for its quality, cost effectiveness and optimal efficiency. Designed by Rite-Hite, the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of loading dock equipment, it is the best-selling pit sealing system in the industry today. As a long-time partner of the network and exclusive distributor of its products in the province of Quebec, we offer this solution in our catalog.
An industrial fan is a device that will stir air downwards to create a comfortable temperature within a warehouse, factory or other industrial building. At Canado-Nacan Equipment, we offer several models manufactured by the flagship brand Rite-Hite, our partner for more than 25 years now.
It is never easy to circulate safely in a loading dock. Indeed, various machines and vehicles, such as trucks and semi-trailers as well as forklifts, are constantly coming and going throughout the area. Add to that employees who circulate throughout the day and you have a potentially dangerous place where accidents are quick to happen. In order to avoid this kind of unfortunate event, it is essential to put in place solutions to secure employees. Smart technology plays a leading...
A large number of people and vehicles circulate within a warehouse or an industrial area. It is therefore essential to prioritize the safety of pedestrians in these places in order to reduce the risk of accidents as much as possible. At Canado-Nacan Equipments, we offer effective, high-quality solutions to ensure the safety of your personnel, whatever your budget and your installation.
We are pleased to announce the introduction of the GUARDRITE POLYMER safety barrier in our catalog. It is a more practical and cost-effective alternative to the usual steel barriers in industrial areas. In addition, it is available in several models, thus adapting to all your needs.
That's it ! The good weather will soon give way to a cooler atmosphere and the first snow will fall in just a few months. If you are a truck owner or driver, it is therefore time to think about the safety measures to take during the winter, in particular snow removal from the vehicle.
